Suburb profile · Greater Hobart
Margate (Tas.) has an estimated 4,385 residents, up 3.4% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Margate (Tas.).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 17 kilometres south-southwest from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Margate (Tas.) forms part of the scenic Margate-Snug locality, offering an appealing blend of rural and coastal living characterised by rolling hills, farmland, beaches, abundant flora and fauna, and an inviting community environment. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) data alongside quarterly national address file updates, the population is estimated at around 4,385 as of August 2026, with the latest population estimate date being Aug 2026. This reflects a steady increase of 146 people (3.4%) from the 4,239 people recorded at the 2021 Census, reflecting a moderate pattern of demographic expansion.
Demographically, the suburb of Margate (Tas.) exhibits a comparatively young community profile with a median age of 37, driven by a high proportion of family households and couples with children, alongside elevated educational attainment.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 17 kilometres south-southwest from Hobart CBD, the suburb of Margate (Tas.) forms part of the scenic Margate-Snug locality, offering an appealing blend of rural and coastal living characterised by rolling hills, farmland, beaches, abundant flora and fauna, and an inviting community environment. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) data alongside quarterly national address file updates, the population is estimated at around 4,385 as of August 2026, with the latest population estimate date being Aug 2026. This reflects a steady increase of 146 people (3.4%) from the 4,239 people recorded at the 2021 Census, reflecting a moderate pattern of demographic expansion.
Demographically, the suburb of Margate (Tas.) exhibits a comparatively young community profile with a median age of 37, driven by a high proportion of family households and couples with children, alongside elevated educational attainment.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,011 in 2006 and 4,355 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,385 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.3%.
Margate (Tas.) ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education and the 68th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Margate (Tas.) is $560 a week, up 9.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Greater Hobart.
2% above Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart - South and West | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hobart - South and West, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 52 projects in and around Margate (Tas.), 18 of them under construction.
Proposed off-road shared pathway for walking, wheeling and riding between Margate and Huntingfield. The jointly funded feasibility study has been completed and a preferred alignment identified. During 2024-25 preliminary design refinement was undertaken by Transport Services with Kingborough Council.
A 115 million dollar high-performance training and administration facility for the Tasmania Devils AFL and AFLW teams at the Kingborough Sports Precinct. The state-of-the-art hub features a full gymnasium, recovery pools, infrared saunas, and an indoor training field.
A $50 million next-generation retail precinct in Kingston, Tasmania, developed by Tipalea Partners. It features the largest Coles supermarket in Kingston at 4,200 sqm with drive-through click and collect, Chemist Warehouse's first regional superstore, a medical centre, outdoor dining, and over 15 specialty retailers.
Proposed redevelopment and expansion of Blackmans Bay Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning environments, upgraded administration facilities and shared school infrastructure to support future enrolment growth.
Purpose-built high performance training centre for the Tasmania JackJumpers NBL team and Tasmania Jewels WNBL team within the Kingborough Sports Precinct.
A residential subdivision referenced in the hills above Blackmans Bay, near Roslyn Avenue and Illawarra Road, an already well-established coastal suburb of Kingborough south of Hobart.
Kings Quarter is a major mixed-use urban renewal project at Kingston Park on the former Kingston High School site, delivered by Traders in Purple with Kingborough Council's public open space program.
Revitalisation of Kingston's main street along Channel Highway to create a greener, safer and more walkable town centre with upgraded footpaths, crossings, lighting, landscaping, street furniture and art, plus a relocated bus interchange. Road re-opened to two-way traffic in July 2023 with landscaping and activation delivered through late 2023.
New and upgraded bus interchange in Kingston CBD delivering safer, more accessible northbound and southbound stops on Channel Highway. After design corrections in early 2025 (wider footpaths, adjusted kerbs and entry point, new line marking), all Metro, Tassielink and Coal River Coaches services returned to the new interchange from 5 May 2025.
The Kingston Park Playground and Community Hub is a modern nature-based facility providing play spaces for all ages and abilities, inspired by local Tasmanian fauna and habitats.
Major road upgrade delivering a grade-separated interchange to replace the Algona Road roundabout, duplication of the Kingston Bypass to two lanes in each direction, a new shared use path, a funded pedestrian overpass linking Huntingfield Park and Ride to Hollyhock Drive, and safety improvements at the Maddocks Road intersection.
The Summerleas Road Underpass was constructed to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and community members, providing healthier transport options.
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Estimated completion year of the 27 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 5, 2027 6, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 3. 15 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 2.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
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Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Margate spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Margate currently ranks below national averages at the 17th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Margate, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Margate area has seen 14 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Margate's current population of 4,385 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Margate has seen 2.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 4.7 approvals in Greater Hobart. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 621 people in the suburb of Margate, compared to one for every 255 in Greater Hobart.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Margate's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 9, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Margate has grown by approximately 97 people, while 46 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Margate are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,385 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 112 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,239 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 146 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 39.26 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Margate was estimated to be approximately 4,385 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,355 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of margate has added approximately 146 people and shown a 3.44% increase from the 4,239 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Margate is estimated at 112 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Margate has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Margate is driven by: Overseas migration (57.99999999999999%), Natural increase (42.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains.
Margate's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Margate at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Margate is 2 years younger than the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average (39 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Margate compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Margate compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.4% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Margate is broadly in line with Greater Hobart.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.0% of the population in the suburb of Margate as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.3% of the population in the suburb of Margate as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,659 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,332 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,886 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $828 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,134 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Margate is approximately $62,243. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,659.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Margate is approximately $74,629. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,332.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Margate is approximately $62,243 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,659 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Margate is approximately $74,629 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,332 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Margate's households (~38.3% / 562 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Margate is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.3% of households. In comparison, Greater Hobart's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.2% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Margate is $1,886/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Margate is $2,134/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Margate is $828/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Margate's median income among taxpayers is $58,659, with an average of $70,332. This is slightly lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Greater Hobart's median of $57,815 and average of $69,350. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,243 (median) and $74,629 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Margate is $7,114 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of margate's disposable income is $7,114 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Margate ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,286 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,386 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,360 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Margate has approximately 2,286 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Margate stands at 3.1%, which is 1.3 percentage points below Greater Hobart's rate of 4.4%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Margate is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.6% of employment), construction (12.0%), and education & training (12.0%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Margate has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Hobart saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Margate is 67.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Hobart.
The suburb of margate shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% across Greater Hobart. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of margate's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Margate shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
28.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Margate have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
33.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Margate have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The suburb of margate ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Margate are: Certificate (26.2%), Bachelor Degree (18.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
32.0% of the population in the suburb of Margate is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.2% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 4.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Margate is 1047, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Margate, with a combined enrollment of approximately 533 students.
The suburb of margate includes 2 primary schools.
Margate features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,467 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,518 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Margate had 1,467 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.5% to an estimated 1,518 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Margate is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.6%), group households (1.0%), and other household types (0.5%).
Of the 1,187 family households, couples with children account for 41.1% of all households, couples without children at home 27.9%, and single parent families 11.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the suburb of Margate shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.9% (versus 68.1% in Greater Hobart). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.6% compared to 27.7% in Greater Hobart. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Margate have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Hobart average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.9% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 17.6% of all households in the suburb of Margate, notably lower than the average for Greater Hobart of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.0% of households, below the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Margate is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 85.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Margate was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.5% of its population born in Australia, 93.4% being citizens, and 95.3% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Margate, at 42.1% of people, although more residents (56.3%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 39.8% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Margate are English, comprising 31.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 4.6% of Margate (vs 1.5% across Greater Hobart), Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (vs 3.0%) and South African at 0.5% (vs 0.2%).
14.5% of the suburb of Margate population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
4.7% of the population in the suburb of Margate speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
4.6% of the suburb of Margate population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
93.4% of the suburb of Margate population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Margate is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,690 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Margate, 37.9% of homes are owned outright, 46.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Margate are houses.
In the suburb of Margate, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Margate stands at 37.9%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Margate is $1,690, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Margate is $1,058, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Margate, households with mortgages typically spend 20.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Margate is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Margate shows mortgage holders spending 20.7% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 21.2% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Margate consists of 97.9% detached houses, 1.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Margate consumes approximately 13.0% of median household income ($8,166 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Margate show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Margate's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Around 53.2% of people in the suburb of Margate are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the suburb of Margate, 4.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the suburb of Margate are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the suburb of Margate population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of Margate have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Margate, 53.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Hobart sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 68 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 68th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 12 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,632 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 363 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 51 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 12 public transport stops within the suburb of Margate.
The suburb of Margate has 3,632 weekly trips across 51 routes, averaging 518 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 899 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.2 km away and the nearest school 1.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 12 stops nearby, 3,632 weekly trips, access rating 68 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 7 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 7th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 17.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 102 places in Margate (Tas.), about 2.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Margate, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Margate has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Margate (Tas.) is $560 a week, +9.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Margate are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Margate's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Margate ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Margate shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Margate features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
Margate is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Margate is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Margate's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Margate (Tas.) has an estimated 4,385 residents, up 3.4% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Margate (Tas.).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Margate (Tas.).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL60382). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Margate (Tas.) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Margate (Tas.) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
